Community Stuff 4/18/14

Foreign Affairs New Menu

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Who needs Prada, Gucci and Jimmy Choo? This spring, it’s TIN CAN SALLY who has the cutting edge on shoe design! Sally’s newest collection of tin artwork, titled ‘TINDERELLA COMPLEX’ is on display at Local Colors Artists’ Cooperative, 121 Main St. Gloucester, from April 19 – May 9. Gallery hours: 10-6pm daily. 978-283-3996 http://www.local-colors.org/

Knowles Fireworks Painting Raffle

Joey, here is the painting we are raffling at $50 per ticket.  The painting will be at the Cruiseport event on April 30th.

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“Rockport Illuminations”

30 x 40 inches oil

framed

Ken Knowles

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THEATRE IN THE PINES – MAY PERFORMANCE – THE HEIRESS

Nan Webber, Artistic Director, Theatre in the Pines, announced the spring production will be, THE HEIRESS  by Ruth and Augustus Goetz adapted from the novel Washington Squareby Henry James.  Performances will take place at Spiran Hall, located at 18 Broadway on the corner of Broadway and School Street in Rockport.   Performance will be held at 7:30 p.m. on May 15, 16, 17 and May 18th at 3 p.m.

The background of the play is Washington Square, New York City, during the latter part of the 19th Century.

A shy, plain young woman Catherine Sloper, falls desperately in love with a delightful young man named Morris Townsend.

Larry Cook and Heidi Pulkkinen are the two leading actors in this production.  Audiences loved them in “Summer and Smoke, ” 

and they are electric in this stunning production of THE HEIRESS.

Tickets are now available at Toad Hall Bookstore, 47 Main Street, Rockport; The Gloucester Book Store, 61 Main Street, Gloucester and at all performances.

Performed many years ago by Theatre in the Pines, “Arsenic and Old Lace,” has been requested many, many times to return.

The September production, “Arsenic and Old Lace,” will take place at the Shalin Liu Performance Center 37 Main Street, Rockport on September 12 at 7:30 p.m., September 13 at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. and September 14 at 2:30 p.m.

In spring of 2015 the Theatre in the Pines, will produce a gala production of Romeo and Juliet.

The Demolition Of Newell Stadium From The GHS Film Club

Hello All,

 Yesterday the Gloucester High School Film Club uploaded a short video documenting the demolition of Newell Stadium from the fall of 2012. It really is worth taking 4 minutes to watch. Check it out here:

 Shaun Goulart

Social Studies Teacher
Gloucester High School

Editor’s Note From Joey:

You know I scheduled this post before watching the video and then went back and viewed it.  I didn’t think about it til the scenes were unfolding but what history those stands held.  As a player or as a spectator.  All those beams and seats supporting the crowds throughout the years being dismantled.  I’m sure it held a ton of great memories for people.   Thanks to the GHS Film club for documenting the demolition.

Community Photos 4/17/14

This vessel pulled in to Fernandina Harbor on Amelia Island this afternoon on its way to Gloucester. I thought your readers might like to know. Kevin McCarthy

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Homer and Cletus with friends at Good Harbor Beach, Saturday afternoon

As is customary, Homer takes charge of the event

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Joey,

Ann and Mike Lafferty representing Good Morning Gloucester at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas.

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Mike with a Gifford Beal painting.

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Mike and Ann in front of Paul Manship’s Bears.

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Ann with an Edward Hopper’s Parkhurst’s House


Schooner Thomas E. Lannon Ready For The Season, photos from Anthony Marks


I ask you, do we want to be known as Gloucester, TRASHachusetts? I don’t!

The weather is finally nicer so let’s all begin to tackle our litter problem by first cleaning up around our own properties. Then maybe get radical and start a Clean City Initiative by clearing up some place that is not your own property. Just think of the inspiration you could be for others; leading by example! 

I walk around town every day and our woods, marshes, etc are inundated with trash.There is plenty of work to be done. So before the grass grows and covers our litter for yet another year ,let us all be brave Gloucester Citizens by taking personal responsibility for our collective environment. If everyone pitched in just a little, we could have the clean City we deserve in no time.

Many hands really do make light work.

Thanks,

Janet Rice

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Editors note:  Janet just last week after visiting EJ at the Hobbit Studio above Sailor Stan’s and walking back to my truck I walked past this very spot where you took photos and there was a guy right there at low tide picking up trash.  Where the wind pushes in certain directions sometimes it all collects in spots even if it had been cleaned the day before.


Community Stuff 4/17/14

Hi Joey,

I’m Liz – I’m the other farmer at Moraine Farm in Beverly, with Gretta Anderson. We still have vegetable shares left this season if folks are looking and would love to spread the news about our farm!

Here’s some photos I took of what’s going on in our greenhouse for something spring-y to share on the blog, attached (seedlings: red romaine lettuce, purple kohlrabi, red mustard & mizuna greens).

And some of our upcoming free events are here: http://morainefarmcsa.wordpress.com/2014/04/02/its-here-spring-hooray/

Thanks & hope all is well! Fans of the blog. 🙂

Liz

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The 42 singers of Cantemus will perform “Sing We Merrily: Part Songs, Catches and Glees” on April 26 in Hamilton and April 27 in Newburyport. “It’s a program of sometimes joyful, soulful, humorous and always melodious songs” says Music Director Jane Ring Frank (front row, center).

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Cape Ann Community Forum

Location: Cruiseport Gloucester, 6 Rowe Square, Gloucester, MA
Date: April 9, 2014  – 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Lahey Health & Addison Gilbert Hospital will host a community forum to discuss recent updates and developments at Lahey Health and Addison Gilbert Hospital.  Presenters will include Denis Conroy, Chief Executive Officer of Addison Gilbert and Beverly hospitals and Cindy Cafasso Donaldson, Vice President of Addison Gilbert Hospital.  All residents are encouraged to attend this community forum, which will include a question and answer session.


Good morning Joey,

The Gloucester Rotary Foundation is holding a fundraising event in May to raise money for renovations to the Antonio Gentile Band Stand at Stage Fort Park. Do you think you could post this image for them? I have also attached a blurb too. Thanks for anything you can do!

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The Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC) is excited to introduce a new “Alumni Exhibition” that honors past Goetemann Residency artists. This year RNAC is delighted to present the work of Ken Beck, who spent a month-long residency on Rocky Neck in 2007. Attached you will find our press release and image Please include this in your Arts calendar section. Any and all assistance in promoting this wonderful event is appreciated.

Sincerely,

James Eves, Marketing Director

Rocky Neck Art Colony

email: RNACpr@gmail.com

cel: 508.284.2621

The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck
(Open year round, Thurs – Sunday)
6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
978.515.7004

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Endicott College Gloucester has added 2 summer courses to its schedule. ‘Communicating in Business’ and ‘Drawing and Composition I’ will be taught by our experienced faculty, beginning June 2nd  and continuing through July 9th, at our Gloucester campus at 33 Commercial St. ‘Drawing and Composition’ will be held on Monday and Wednesday mornings while ‘Communicating in Business’ will meet in the classroom on Tuesday mornings along with a weekly online component. Each course is three credits.

For further information and to register please contact Jodi Frithsen at 978.879.4250.


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GloucesterCast With Peter and Vickie VanNess and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 4/16/14

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GloucesterCast With Peter and Vickie VanNess and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 4/16/14

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Topics Include: Gloucester MA, April 16 Snow, Peter VanNess, Vickie VanNess, Peter Lovasco Doing a Great Job With Cape Ann Weather, Bitstrips, Kevin Edson, Rice Cooker Hoax, Boston Strong, ACLU, Dog Leash Controversy, Bad Dog Owners,Beach Trash Barrels vs Carry In/Carry Out,  Larcom Theater, UU Meetinghouse, Henri Smith, Jon Butcher Axis, Celebrate Gloucester, Red Tape For Community Events, Castleberry Fairs, Block Party, Jackie Hardy, Tourism, Fun Should Not Be Illegal, Gran Prix of Gloucester, Cyclocross, I4C2, Downtown Parking Is Not Bad if You are Willing To Walk One Block (Which Is Less Walking You’ll Do If You Park In A Mall Parking Lot and Walk Into The Mall), People That Will Drive In Circles 20 Times Unless They Get A Parking Spot On Main St vs Parking On Rogers or Middle St, Stitcher App, Cross Platform, BossJock App, Email Subscription Service Is Broken, Explaining Hyperlinks, Sister Felicia, Shalin Liu, Embedding A Video, Get Her A Muzzle.
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Check Out Peter and Vickie At www.gimmelive.tv

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Representing!

Hi Joey,
Steps in Rincon and the docks of Puerto Real-Cabo Rojo
Now permanently displayed somewhere in Rincon!
Mark & Sheryl Smith

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Hello Joey, 

                        I met Nichole at the sox opener this afternoon, she wanted to represent GMG, so here is the photo I shot…REPRESENTING FROM FENWAY! GO SOX!

See you around,

Desi

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Wicked Tuna Behind The Scenes! INTENSE!

Not gonna lie, all that high tech camera gadgetry made my pants tight.

Camera geek’s wet dream. Literally.

http://www.vimeo.com/85032921

From Andy Baker

7 days of filming, 2 days for still photography, 9 locations, 6 camera units, 7 captains, 5 production support boats, 45 crew members…shooting with Arri Alexa, Red Epic, Phantom Flex, Phantom Miro, Sony F3…Techno Dolly, Cineflex (boat and helicopter), Underwater Phantom, 360 degree dolly track setup…all in all, one of the most involved, most complex and most fun shoots I’ve been lucky to be a part of. Thank you to the team at Evolve IMG, and the NGC Creative Team for one incredible production!

Community Stuff 4/16/14

 

 

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Good afternoon everyone,

Please see the attached flyer and join the Gloucester Police Dept. tomorrow evening at Giuseppe’s for a fun filled Tip-A-Cop event to raise money for the Special Olympics. Come and enjoy food, fun and live music for a great cause. GPD will be providing the entertainment along with a few special musical guest lined up. Come on by or make a reservation (978-879-4622) and help us reach our goal to break the state record. If you would like to donate but can not attend you can send your donations directly to the Police Department attention: Christina. Checks should be made out to Special Olympics Massachusetts. I hope to see you all there for a great night full of fun, food, fundraising and music!!!!

Christina Melillo

Gloucester Police Department


Hi Joe,

  Please consider running on Good Morning Gloucester. Thank you!

On Monday, April 21st from 11-4, State Rep Candidate will host an event to thank our police, fire, and military heroes on Cape Ann. The event will be held at Cape Ann GOP Headquarters, 184 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA. There will be refreshments, and a t.v. viewing of the Boston Marathon and the Boston Red Sox game. There will be craft items for children to make cards to send overseas to soldiers. We will also be collecting items to send overseas, such as snack foods, magazines, books, games, CDs, DVDs, and anything else to help our soldiers, through the Hugs for Heroes program.
  Bob Whynott encourages everyone to attend and take a minute on Patriot’s Day to thank our heroes.


 

 

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Help me make bail – I’m an MDA Jailbird!

Harbor Cove Dental

Donate to Leif

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Crime: Having a Big Heart

Company: Leif K. Bakland, DDS

Lock-Up Information

Date: May 21, 2014

Location:

Lobsta Land
84 Causeway St.(map)
Gloucester, MA 01930

Donate to Me

Believe it or not, I’m going to jail and I need your help. While it’s not a real jail, it’s even more important as I’m raising bail to help children and adults with muscle disease in my community who are supported by the vital work of the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). I might not be able to rely on good behavior to get out so that’s why I need your help – I need you to donate to my bail! Just click on the donation button to make a secure donation – I know that together we’ll Make a Muscle and Make a Difference in the fight against muscle disease.

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Jeff Morin submits-

Thank You to the people of Cape Ann for supporting the Knights of Columbus/Cub Scout Food Drive. Over 2000 lbs of food was collected on 4/12 at Market Basket, Shaws Eastern Ave and Rite Aid in Rockport.

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Paul Bagley with Patrick and Nathan Morin at Shaws on Eastern Ave.


Cape Ann YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day® on April 26 Aims to Help Kids Exercise Minds and Bodies

Gloucester, MAOn Saturday, April 26 from 10:00am to 12:00noon at Gloucester High School’s Newall Stadium, the Cape Ann YMCA is holding a free community event to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active. YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day®, the Y’s national initiative to improve families’ health and well-being, will include the following:

  • Soccer Skills with Gloucester High School Soccer Coach Armando Mornoto
  • Lacrosse demonstrations
  • Fun relays & races for kids of all ages
  • Healthy snacks and tips
  • Nutrition education
  • Track and field challenges
  • Flag football skills challenges
  • Outdoor Family Zumba
  • Staff will be on hand to answer questions about camp, fitness and memberships
  • and so much more!

The North Shore United Way and SeniorCare are making the farmers market more available to Gloucester Seniors

NSUW has awarded a Discretionary Grant to SeniorCare in order to allow 60 more low-income seniors in Gloucester to access the Cape Ann Farmer’s Market.  Each spring and summer, SeniorCare distributes $25 coupon cards to low-income seniors in Gloucester in order to encourage recipients to shop at farmers markets and consume more fruits and vegetables.  The coupons also support farmers markets that serve low-income residents. Major funding for the program is provided by the MA Department of Agricultural Resources and the Executive Office of Elder Affairs and anyone interested in obtaining a coupon should contact SeniorCare at 866-927-1050.

The North Shore United Way awards one-time Discretionary Grants up to $5,000 to launch new or innovative programs on the North Shore or for agencies with emergency needs.  Margo Casey, Executive Director of the NSUW, said “We are very pleased to fill in where other funding sources are not able to fully meet this need for seniors in Gloucester.” 

In its decision to fund the Senior Farmer’s Market program at SeniorCare, NSUW recognized this unique program achieves two of the North Shore United Way’s community goals simultaneously: Senior Care meets basic needs and improves financial security by providing coupons to purchase food.  The program also improves health and wellbeing by making fruits and vegetables more available.

Two Sisters Chipolte Hollandaise Irish Benefict Helllllllooooo!!!!!

Gotta Give Our Boy Craig Kimberley Props For Highlighting This Local Gem Of Breakfast.
*note the well done hash browns cooked to perfection. Too many places serve up their hash browns undercooked. May as well not serve em at all.

GloucesterCast With Kim Smith and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 4/13/14

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Topics Include: Gloucester, Massachusetts, Kim Smith Designs, Pleasant Street Tea and Coffee Co, Gloucester HarborWalk Cleanup, Catherine Ryan, Beth Chiancola, Susan Kelly, Jessie Carini, Earth Day April 22, Gloucester Strong With Art Haven and The Hive, The Hive Screen Printing, Killer Gloucester Strong Logo, Cape Ann Trail Stewards, Send In Your Earth Day Community Activity Information So We Can Post Them, Patti Amaral, Kim Smith’s Photos Featured In Sunday Boston Globe, Samson GoMic vs The Mutumbo Mic, Portable Podcasting Equipment, Cape Ann Media Group, Carry In Carry Out vs Trash Cans On The Beach, Proper Way To Send A Press Release, Tina Ketchopolos, GMG PR Person Of The Year, Addison Gilbert Hospital, Alison The Owner Of Pleasant Street Tea and Coffee Co Is Going With Dreadlocks, The Origin Of FOB, “American Blogger Documentary” A Spoof or Not?,  Frances Bouchie Asks Does Anyone Do Gloucester Geneology, Cape Ann Museum, Ann Kennedy, Call In Question, Google Hangouts Just Too Wonky, Planning The Podcasts, Washington St Sidewalks Looking Good, Email Subscription Service Is Broken, Webmasters Need To Understand Just How Many People Do Not Know How To Use A Search Engine To Find A Website Even If They Know The Name Of The Web Page, People Not Understanding How To Find And Bookmark The Blog, Please Explain To People That Aren’t Getting Their Email Subscription To The Blog That They Can Go Directly at www.goodmorninggloucester.com , Katrina’s, The Rudder, The Studio Opening Date!, Madfish,Gloucester MA, 01930

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Kim Smith Is A Regular Contributor On Good Morning Gloucester Here is Her Profile:

Currently creating documentary films about the Monarch Butterfly, Black Swallowtail Butterfly, and Gloucester’s Feast of St. Joseph. Landscape designer for the Gloucester Harbor Walk Gardens. Designer, lecturer, author, illustrator, photographer. Visit my blog for more information about my landscape and interior design firm- kimsmithdesigns.wordpress.com. Good Morning Gloucester daily contributor.
Author/illustrator “Oh Garden of Fresh Possibilities! Notes from a Gloucester Garden”

Time Flys When You’re Having Fun- The Farm Turns Five With Huge Specials All Week!

It’s hard to believe it was five years ago today that I stopped by to interview the boys the day before they opened to photograph the joint and announce the opening. Look at ’em now!

Hey Captain, we are coming up on our 5 year anniversary on Tuesday. We are running these specials all week, you mind blasting them out?

Ryan

Monday-$4.99 pulled pork sandwiches and kids eat for free
Tuesday- 5 year anniversary!! 1/2 off all food
Wednesday-Trivia and $5 burgers!!
Thursday-Wing night, 35cent wings. Karaoke at 9:30
Friday-Live music with Lockjaw smile Bruins playoffs!
Saturday-Prime Rib Special
Sunday-$5 mimosas and bloody Mary’s Easter!image

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Chickity Check It!- 18 Haven

You Need To Check Out This Gift From Eoin Vincent
The mission-
This blog is to share and document the collection of photos and designs from the Ken & Elizabeth Vincent Estate and Vincent Advertising.
http://18haven.com/about-18-haven/

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ROTARY MEET & GREET ON APRIL 17

ROTARY MEET & GREET ON APRIL 17

 The Gloucester Rotary Club will host an informational Meet & Greet on Thursday, April 17, 6-8pm at Cruiseport Gloucester (lower level), located at 6 Rowe Square on Gloucester’s harbor front. Members of the community interested in learning more about Rotary are invited to this casual gathering, where they will meet other Rotary members, enjoy light refreshments, and hear a brief program about Rotary.

The Gloucester Rotary is a group of Gloucester businesspeople who develop and implement service projects to help our community. For more information about the Gloucester club, go towww.gloucesterrotary.us or like us atwww.facebook.com/RotaryGloucesterMA. 

The mission of Rotary International is to provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.

 

Steak Tip Pita and Crispy Fish Taco At Passports

Don’t Forget To Sign Up For One Of Gloucester’s Best Dining Values- the Passports Wine Dinner- 4 Courses/4 Wines- $50

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GloucesterCast With Guest Ryan Pinkham and Host Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 4/12/14

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GloucesterCast With Guest Ryan Pinkham and Host Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 4/12/14

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Topics Include: Tech Mogul Ryan Pinkham, Pleasant Street Tea and Coffee Co, Content Developer For Constant Contact, Northeastern Coop Program, Constant Contact Social Media Blog, What Makes A Good Social Media Campaign and What Are Some Of The Mistakes People Make, Sista Felicia Using Social Media, Coveted Yarn, Always Try For A Win/Win, Not Pitching 24/7, Blue Lobster Marketing, Marshall’s Farm Stand Farm Animals, Selling An Experience, The Franklin, Katrina’s Bang Bang Shrimp, Magnolia Spring Art Show, Minglewood Tavern, Lobster Land, Lobster Pool BYOB, Tacos Lupita Roast Pork Burrito, Dogs On The Beach Controversy, Trash Barrels On California Beaches vs Carry In/Carry Out, Burnham’s Field Neighborhood, John McElhenny, Steven Colbert Gets Letterman Job A Week After Suey Park Controversy, Landlines/Web TV and People Under 30, What % Of People In Gloucester Still Pay For Cable, 01930, Gloucester MA

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About Our Guest Ryan Pinkham:

Read His Useful Social Media Tips Here At Constant Contact 

Ryan Pinkham


I’m interested in helping small businesses and non-profits recognize their full-potential through marketing and social media. I want to hear your story and learn the creative and innovative ways that you’re marketing your business. I’ve worked in small businesses my entire life and now I’m excited to work with them!

Gloucester Strong Day, Monday April 21

Gloucester Strong Day, Monday April 21

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We’ve got the best fun in town!

In honor of Patriot’s Day and marathon bombings, let’s connect as a community and beautify common areas downtown. Sample projects include: mulching memorial gardens, sweeping downtown curbs, cleaning parks, planting downtown flower boxes.

Mobilize a group of people to help make Gloucester more beautiful!

What to bring:

  • Work gloves, trowels and other gardening tools
  • Rakes, brooms, shovels
  • Bottle water, snacks
  • Purple “Barney” Bags for litter
  • Can-Do attitude!

9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Art Haven is the coordination site.

3:00 pm

Cookies and juice at The Hive to celebrate all our work.

Questions? Contact Rebecca Borden

President & interim Executive Director

Cape Ann Art Haven 978-283-3889

www.ArtHaven.org

www.TheHiveCenter.org

Favorite Clam Chowder in New England? | Poll Skewed a Toward “The Other Cape” Needs An Adjustment

HiddenBoston, a great Boston Restaurant Blog is running a poll on best clam chowder.

Uhmmm people don’t drive from upstate NY for The Causeway’s Clam Chowder for nothin’ homie!

I voted.

Had to give some consideration to Halibut Point as well.

I think we oughta give the obviously skewed to the “other Cape” poll a little smack down on GMGonomics. The GMG Army is made aware of injustice and we rise up and inform the uniformed in polls what the reality is.

Here’s the GMGonomics 101 equation for those who may need a refresher-

FOBs are informed on these pages + GMG Army takes action = Votes are placed and the correct local joint gets recognized.

Vote here (no email registration required)-

http://www.hiddenboston.com/questions/clam-chowder-new-england.php

#Holla

http://www.goodmorninggloucester.com Do you get it?